Twee landschappen met heuvels, een meer en bebossing 1795 - 1831

"Twee landschappen met heuvels, een meer en bebossing" is an etching by Joseph Charles Cogels, a Belgian artist known for his landscapes and architectural views. This artwork, created between 1795 and 1831, showcases two distinct scenes of tranquil nature. The upper scene features a small village nestled among rolling hills and a lake, while the lower scene depicts a dense forest surrounding a still pond. Cogels's delicate lines and precise detail capture the beauty of the natural world with a sense of serenity and solitude, reflecting the romanticism of the era. The etching is small in scale, measuring only 105mm by 80mm, yet it effectively conveys a sense of depth and atmosphere. The artwork's subtle tones and compositional balance create a harmonious composition that invites viewers to immerse themselves in the quiet beauty of the landscapes.